Job Description
Posting: #25-29
Posting Type: Internal & Open Announcement
Closing Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 5:00 PM
Starting Wage: $22.28/hour (2026 Wage)
Part Time Position
Application Procedures: Interested individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting a Brookings County application to Human Resources * Brookings County Human Resources * 520 3rd St, Suite 210 * Brookings, SD 57006 or at www.brookingscountysd.gov.
POSITION TITLE: Human Resource Assistant (Part-time)
DEPARTMENT: Commission Department
GRADE: N-4 (PT HR Assistant is Wage Grade 4, Steps I & II only)
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Human Resources Generalist and Commission Department Director
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
General Statement of Duties
Performs administrative and support duties in the Human Resources Department. Assists with recruitment, onboarding, employee records maintenance, benefits administration support, and general HR operations. This position provides excellent customer service to employees and the public and ensures HR processes are completed accurately and confidentially.
Examples of Duties: (Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this grade.)
• Assists with job postings, applicant tracking, and scheduling interviews.
• Helps coordinate onboarding for new employees, including orientation materials, documentation, and HR information system data entry.
• Maintains and updates employee personnel files and records in accordance with policy and compliance standards.
• Provides administrative support for employee benefits, including enrollment, changes, and general employee inquiries.
• Prepares routine correspondence, reports, and forms related to HR activities.
• Assists with maintaining the HR information system, including entering employee data and updating organizational charts or reports.
• Responds to employee requests for information regarding personnel policies, procedures, and benefits, referring complex matters to the HR Generalist or Commission Department Director.
• Helps coordinate employee training sessions, meetings, and recognition events.
• Assists with workers’ compensation reporting and tracking.
• Supports HR compliance efforts by helping maintain documentation related to employment laws, safety programs, and other HR policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support the overall function of the Human Resources Department.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to learn HR information systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions accurately.
Education and Experience
• Graduation from High School or GED.
• Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• One (1) year of administrative or HR support experience preferred; internship or equivalent experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of HR policies, laws, and practices desirable but not required.
OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience as is acceptable to the hiring authority.